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Ponferrada's Templar Castle is higly recommended.
In Leon, the Holy Grail has been found in the San Isidoro church:
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/art...Y-GRAIL-say-two-historians-book-prove-it.html
And many many more places...
Haha. That reminds me of the Tours route. 3 cities claim to host the head of John the Baptist. I think they were Poitiers, San Angely & Saintes.
That Castle was one of the highlights of my walk a couple of years ago.Hello everyone,
My backpack is ready to go. 16.5 pounds which I am happy to say. Flights are booked. The first few days and last night accomodations are booked.
Just waiting out the next couple of weeks until I start my trek.
I am spending my time now looking up places to see along the Camino Frances. I found out about the Templar Castle near Ponferrada which I am excited to eventually see.
Can anyone else please recommend sights along the Frances that are worth taking the time to explore?
*Sorry if this is a thread that has been created already.
Cheers,
Antonio.
That Castle was one of the highlights of my walk a couple of years ago.
The castle is being restored and is truly amazing........DON"T miss the library there....... all the books are hand written and beautiful.......... i nearly missed going in as i was so tired from the days walk but the woman on the desk encouraged me to push on and check out the library.............i very rarely use the word awesome (keeping it for special experiences eg the Himalayans) This library was AWESOME!! enjoy your walk.
I remember reading somewhere that it is not always open? Is there anywhere that has the hours that the Castle is open for public tours?
ilovelife,
The Ponferrada castle is
Closed: Sunday afternoon and Monday
From April 1 to October 14:
open mornings (Tuesday through Sunday)
10:00 a 14:00 h.
open afternoons(Tuesday through Saturday)
16:30 a 20:30 h.
See PonferradaTurismo for more info including history
Margaret Meredith
Haha. That reminds me of the Tours route. 3 cities claim to host the head of John the Baptist. I think they were Poitiers, San Angely & Saintes.
Antonio,
Read or scan The Pilgrimage Road to Santiago: the complete Cultural Handbook, by David M. Gitlitz and Linda Kay Davidson to learn of a multitude of interesting places to stop along the CF. The book is available in paperback and on Kindle and can be purchased through Amazon.
One of my most favorite places is the church of Santa Maria de Eunate located close to Puente la Reina. Coming along the path and catching the first glimpse of this wonderful spot is always a thrill. The circular plan of the thousand year old structure may be based on the plan of the Holy Sepulcher in Jerusalem. All is surrounded by an octagonal cloister. Built by unknown craftsmen and set within a natural bowl the ocher sandstone walls blend into the almost sculpted nearby fields planted with corn and fennel. Here one senses the peace of eternity ....Don't miss it!
Margaret Meredith
Margaret!
Thank you for letting me know about this wonderful book. I spent yesterday evening at the library looking through this book. There was simply too much information to take in so I tried to focus on the tidbits that I found most interesting. I feel I will have a greater understanding of the history behind the Camino because of your recommendation.
As always, thank you.
Antonio.
Read or scan The Pilgrimage Road to Santiago: the complete Cultural Handbook, by David M. Gitlitz and Linda Kay Davidson to learn of a multitude of interesting places to stop along the CF. The book is available in paperback and on Kindle and can be purchased through Amazon.
I believe this is the 11th century Ermita de San Miguel Arcángel was about 100 meters off the Camino between Villatuerta and Estella.There were many such sites for me. The one that comes to mind most clearly was a hermitage. I don't remember the name or where. I'm thinking it was Hermita de San Miguel. Out in an olive grove. I will post the photos. There was an altar inside. It was clean and quiet. Some of you veterans might recognize the photo and correct me if I named it wrong. View attachment 9277View attachment 9279
Ponferrada's Templar Castle is higly recommended.
In Leon, the Holy Grail has been found in the San Isidoro church:
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/art...Y-GRAIL-say-two-historians-book-prove-it.html
And many many more places...
yes, I believe that is correct. I was thinking it was near Estella but it's all kind of a blur. That's why I'm going back... To unblur things....I believe this is the 11th century Ermita de San Miguel Arcángel was about 100 meters off the Camino between Villatuerta and Estella.
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